Is it possible to use my MacBook Pro to control audio playback on my iPhone?

I wish to use my iPhone as an audio source for my home hi-fi system, but would like the convenience of being able to select tracks, etc from my MacBook Pro
Previously I have used the "Remote" app to do the "opposite" (i.e. use my MacBook Pro as the audio source and use my iPhone as the remote), but if I could do it the other way around, it would mean I would still be free to use the MacBook for internet browsing etc, without needing to have it always connected to my hifi system audio out cable
Thanks guys, appreciate any help or ideas!
P.S. I don't think this second part would be possible - but also, can I use my MacBook Pro to control a digital radio app like WunderRadio or similar? (This question for bonus marks)

For anyone else interested...
After lots of googling, I have found that there are some iPhone apps that lets you do this:
Tunes Remote (http://www.tunesremote.com/)
And Reverse Remote (https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/id438057551?mt=8&affId=1736887)
I tried Tunes Remote which cost $1.99 and worked perfectly

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